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Gavar Nu Shaak

Gavar Nu Shaak

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Gavar Nu Shaak is a majestic and profoundly aromatic Gujarati heritage meal, uniquely celebrated for its cluster-bean core and intense ajwain-ghee profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of fresh tender cluster beans simmered in a bold amount of green chili-ginger paste, carom seeds, and a hint of jaggery. Known for its sophisticated whole-pod appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory daily lunch staple in traditional high-end Indian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Earthy-Vegetarian' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-sweet, with the beans providing a unique professional-grade succulent lift. Best enjoyed hot with rotlis. A mandatory choice for the refined regional meal seekers.

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyEasy
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Ingredients

4 cups Cluster beans (Gavar), stringed and split
2 tbsp Oil
1 tsp Mustard seeds
1/2 tsp Ajwain (Carom seeds)
1/4 tsp Hing
1 tbsp Ginger-Green chili paste
1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
2 tsp Coriander-Cumin powder
1 tbsp Jaggery, grated
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using ajwain (carom seeds) in the tempering is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic flavor and aiding digestion.
  • Ensuring the beans are cooked in their own steam without excess water provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade concentrated flavor.
  • The addition of a little soda-bi-carb is avoided to preserve the professional-grade natural green color.
  • Always select small and thin cluster beans specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade sweetness is maintained.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (200g))

Calories

130 kcal

Protein

5g

Fat

7g

Carbs

14g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.